Current Positions

Explore the volunteer opportunities below and find a role that’s right for you. From helping the environment to supporting your community, there’s something for everyone. Check out the roles and get involved!

PS: Job hunting while volunteering? Just let the organisation know. They'll understand – and it helps them place you in a role that's more flexible or easier to cover if you get work. That way, you can still help out without stress, they can plan ahead, and they'll really appreciate your honesty.
Current volunteer positions

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Working Hours

Any Hours Evenings/Weekends Working Hours
Rural Youth and Adult Literacy Trust
Hamilton, Ōtorohanga, Te Awamutu

Face-to-Face Literacy Coach

We’re looking for a volunteer Literacy Coach to support an adult female student with their literacy through face-to-face sessions. This role would suit someone who enjoys working one-on-one in a supportive, empowering way.
Tutoring Working Hours
Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society
Hamilton, Te Awamutu

Cancer Support Volunteer Driver – Hamilton & Te Awamutu

This special role supports people undergoing cancer treatment by driving them to and from Waikato Hospital and other medical centres. You’ll collect clients from home, take them to appointments, and return them safely once treatment is complete.
Driving Working Hours
Department of Corrections : Waikeria Prison
Te Awamutu

Exercise Instructor – Waikeria Prison (Te Awamutu)

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our volunteer team at Waikeria and work along side our more mature residents, running strong, safe and stable sessions to keep the team active and support their overall wellbeing.
Health & Medical Working Hours
Citizens Advice Bureau Te Awamutu
Te Awamutu

Community Support Interviewer – CAB Te Awamutu

If you understand life and its challenges, join the caring Community Support Interviewer team at CAB Te Awamutu. Your calm presence and compassion will help build a stronger community where whānau feel heard, supported, and valued.
Information & Advice Working Hours
Citizens Advice Bureau Te Awamutu
Te Awamutu

Reception & Engagement Volunteer – CAB Te Awamutu

Support Te Awamutu CAB's Reception & Engagement Team, providing steady support to whānau who come through our door during Justice of the Peace Clinic mornings. With just a 4-hour shift (Mon, Wed, or Fri), your mahi directly impacts those who need help.
Administration Working Hours
Salvation Army Family Stores – Midland Central
Te Awamutu

Salvation Army Family Store Volunteer – Te Awamutu

Being part of the Te Awamutu Family Store means more than bargains. It’s about meeting neighbours, sharing yarns, and lending a hand to keep our community strong. Helping each other is just what we do—& we’re looking for a few more friendly hands to help!
Retail Working Hours
Te Awamutu isite
Te Awamutu

Visitor Information Centre Host – Te Awamutu

We are an Information Centre who need volunteers who can meet and greet our customers with a smile! Perfect for someone retired with some time to spare or someone wanting to gain experience in the Tourism industry.
Information & Advice Working Hours